virile -
A man being full of sexual strength and energy in a way that is considered attractive
Many women like Russel Crowe's virile energy as depicted in the movie Gladiator.
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sinister -
The intention to do secret actions that are meant to do harm
The prince always treated the king with great respect, but he was using the queen in a sinister plot to have the king killed so that he could take over.
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Successful
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pinnacle -
The highest point or peak of something, usually representing the peak of success or achievement.
The concert at Madison Square Garden was the pinnacle of the band's tour, with the crowd cheering wildly.
adjective
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Beautiful
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swank -
Stylishly luxurious and expensive
The swank nightclub, with its luxurious amenities, was worth the expense.
adjective
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Smart-Adj
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vigilant -
Watchful and quick to notice things, especially for protection or safety
The community stayed vigilant after recent reports of theft in the area
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gruesome -
Causing horror, disgust, and shock - usually dealing with death or injury:
When the policeman visited the scene of the murder, the sight was so gruesome that he couldn't help but go outside and throw up.
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Busy
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throng -
A large, densely packed crowd of people or animals
The handful of musicians on stage were outnumbered by the enormous throng of people in the audience.
verb
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sully -
To damage the purity or integrity of something; to defile.
Martha spread rumors about Anne, and even though it came out later that the rumors were false, the damage had been done and Anne's reputation was sullied.
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Big
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epic -
Large and impressive
Tolstoy's epic 1200 page novel "War and Peace" takes place during Napoleon's invasion of Russia in 1812.
verb
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Mistake
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fizzle -
To finish in a way that is disappointing
At the start of his race for mayor it looked like Fred was going to win, but his many verbal mistakes caused his candidacy to just fizzle out.
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Stupid
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headstrong -
Determined to do as one pleases, even if it’s reckless or unwise.
Despite everyone’s warnings, he went on the dangerous hike because he’s headstrong and doesn't listen to anybody.
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Disorganized
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circuitous -
Longer than the most direct way; roundabout.
His answer was so circuitous that I forgot what the original question was.
